Gujarat very heavy rains situation: 302 roads closed, 358 rescued

Gandhinagar: Following extremely heavy rainfall in several parts of Gujarat, two national highways, Porbandar and Kutch, are closed due to overflowing water. Additionally, 10 state highways are closed due to overtopping. 303 roads in 271 panchayats are also closed and will be accessible once the water recedes. Presently, 736 people have been safely relocated, stated Relief Commissioner Alok Pandey today.

He further informed that the districts of Junagadh, Valsad, Gir Somnath, and Porbandar have experienced substantial water accumulation due to heavy rains. The water level at the Narmada dam is at 67 percent, and 46 dams are fully filled. For relief operations in heavy rainfall hit districts, a total of nine teams comprising NDRF and SDRF have been deployed, with two teams currently undertaking relief work in Junagadh. Approximately 358 people have been rescued so far, and necessary recommendations have been made after discussions with other departments, including the road and building department.

According to the Meteorological Department’s report, heavy rain is expected in Gir Somnath, Junagadh, Kutch, Porbandar, Valsad, and Navsari in South Gujarat by tomorrow afternoon. The commissioner requests citizens to avoid unnecessary outings and stay home during this time. DeshGujarat